"Slate"came back to me in November of 2013. I wasn't planning on doing much competing or training with him, but after a few months of just 'playing' around, it was clear to me that he had a lot to offer. He is an intense worker and an intense dog. He is a quiet guy with lots of natural focus and drive to work. He is extremely biddable, smart and strong will to be right. He is a nice jumper and collects well in agility, has lots of drive for Obedience and LOVES his sheep. He works wide and has a great sense of balance on his sheep and ducks. I have lightly started him on cattle and he has no problem going in to hit heads or heels. He is also structurally very sound, and clean coming and going. He finished his Altered Championship in two weekends. He went BOB over multiple specials and back to back majors. He comes from two incredibly talented parents and I am hoping that he will continue to shine as bright as they both have.